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News from the City of Carmel - January 5, 2024
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Mayor, newly elected city officials take their oaths from U.S. Sen. Todd Young
The City of Carmel presented the 2024 Inauguration of Elected Officials on stage at the Palladium Thursday evening in front of a big crowd. U.S. Senator Todd Young, a Carmel High School graduate, administered the oaths after reliving memories of his childhood growing up in a very different Carmel. After the oaths, Mayor Sue Finkam delivered her first official address from the podium.
All of this was captured on video and you can watch the inauguration on the City of Carmel FB page here. Elected officials who took their oaths included:
Mayor Sue Finkam
Councilor Shannon Minnaar
Councilor Ryan Locke
Councilor Anita Joshi
Councilor Tony Green
Councilor Teresa Ayers
Councilor Adam Aasen
Councilor Jeff Worrell
Councilor Rich Taylor
Councilor Matt Snyder
City Judge Brian Poindexter
City Clerk Jacob Quinn
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Mayor Finkam spends first day in office with
City employees
Carmel's new Mayor, Sue Finkam, spent her first day in office on January 1, visiting with city employees at the Carmel Fire Department and Carmel Utilities.
For more photos, click this link.
Mayor Sue Finkam with Carmel Fire Department staff.
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Please join us Thursday, January 11
Join the City of Carmel in commemorating the life and legacy of American Civil Rights Leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. A combination of speeches, dance performances, singing and spoken words will honor Dr. King's life, legacy and achievements.
Date and Time: Thursday, January 11, 2024, 6:30 p.m.
Location: Tarkington Theater, 3 Carter Green
This event is free and open to the public.
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City of Carmel announces 2024 Road Construction Schedule
The City of Carmel is pleased to provide the following anticipated schedule for the 2024 construction season (see image below). These projects include new roundabouts, road improvements, storm water collection and a continued effort to increase bicycle and pedestrian connectivity throughout the City.
You can read the full news release here.
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The Ice at Carter Green open through
February 29, 2024
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Carmel City Council approves new residential trash and recycling contract
The City of Carmel continues its collaboration with Republic Services with a seven-year residential trash and recycling contract under a new ordinance approved by the previous City Council on December 18, 2023.
The new contract with Republic Services, which has served Carmel for many years, covers all residents and began on January 1, 2024. By entering into an exclusive agreement, the city was able to receive a better price for taxpayers.
This link takes you to the full news release.
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Holiday lights recycling drive
through January 19
Carmel residents have the opportunity to make this holiday season truly green by recycling holiday lights instead of throwing them away. Now through January 19, residents can recycle used and unwanted holiday lights by taking them to White's Ace Hardware & Garden Center at 731 S. Range Line Road. The recycling drive is sponsored by Carmel Clay Schools' Green Teams, Carmel Utilities, the City of Carmel, Technology Recyclers and White's Ace Hardware & Garden Center.
This link takes you to the full news release.
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Republic Services Christmas
tree pick-up
Carmel Utilities' residential trash program includes pick up of one Christmas tree per home which can be collected on the regular service day during the first two weeks of January.
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Trees must be cut in sections four feet or less. If the tree section is longer than four feet, it will not fit into the cage at the top of the truck.
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Cut all trees longer than four feet, in half.
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Remove all tree bags, ornaments, tinsel and stands.
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Please note, no artificial trees will be accepted.
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Winter weather information
In the event of a major snow or ice storm, Republic Services Trash & Recycling service may be delayed.
This link takes you to Carmel Utilities' website where any delays will be posted on the Important Information front page. Service delays will also be posted on social media sites Nextdoor, Carmel Utilities' Facebook and Twitter accounts.
Please be aware that any news broadcasts concerning trash service with Republic Services in Indianapolis or other communities may not apply to service in Carmel.
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Performing Arts in the City
Carmel has world class entertainment in a variety of genres featuring performances all year long
Each week we will highlight some of the events going on in the City.
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Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael
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The Center for the Performing Arts
at The Palladium
Click the venue logos below for more entertainment options.
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Upcoming Public Meetings
Board of Public Works - Thursday, January 11, 10 a.m.
All public meetings take place in the Council Chambers in City Hall, unless otherwise indicated. Public meetings are broadcast live on Carmel TV and YouTube .
To view archived Government Meetings with Closed Captioning, visit the City's video archives. Select the meeting you wish to view and once the window opens on your computer screen or phone, select the CC box on the bottom right corner next to
the settings.
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Counting down to the Solar Eclipse 2024
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Experience one of the greatest natural phenomena that can occur in our skies: a total solar eclipse. Businesses, attractions and our cities are planning exciting ways to celebrate on April 8, 2024. Visit the Carmel Eclipse 2024 page on the City of Carmel website to watch the Countdown Clock and learn more about the eclipse.
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What time will the 2024 solar eclipse be visible?
Visit Hamilton County's Total Solar Eclipse 2024 website
for details.
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